Species catalogue

Ormer

Order Lepetellida
Family Haliotidae

Marine gastropod mollusk presenting an oval and slightly concave shell, displaying a smooth surface with ears or protrusions on the outer edge, and a variable colouration in shades of green, red, and iridescent colours. The body of this species includes a muscular foot on the underside of the shell, sensory tentacles on the head for food search, and gills for respiration. Dimensions vary, being of medium size compared to other species of the genus.

Characteristics
FAO code
ABJ
Specie
Haliotis discus
Type
Molluscs
FAO Fishing Areas
  • Área 61: Pacific northwest.
  • Área 87: Pacific southeast
International denominations
Germany Meerohr
France Ormeau
Portugal Orelha-do-mar
United Kingdom Ormer
Japan Awabi
Fishing areas
Fishing arts
Aquaculture

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